Hugo's Melt at the Reality of President Donald Trump (long)

I'm not going to lie, waking up to President Trump is a difficult pill to swallow today. He wasn't my choice but he is now my President and I accept it. I didn't expect him to even come close to winning, I was wrong.

However, I believe I understand why he was elected yesterday and it's not because he's some amazing candidate that will fix America's problems, make America great again, or even that Hillary was that bad of a candidate. He was chosen by the heart and soul of America, the working class people that feels our government has abandoned them. They want a president that sends a very clear and powerful message to the elites on both sides that everyday Americans can not be ignored anymore and if they are ignored, there will be consequences. I find myself oddly reassured that the American people hold this power and can exercise it when needed, like last night.

Trump has an extraordinary opportunity as President to actually work for the American people in a way that transcends political parties and ideology. Truthfully, as our president I want him to succeed, I want America to succeed. I hope he rises above the pettiness and vindictiveness he demonstrated in his campaign. I acknowledge he said and did things he needed to get elected. I don't expect him to keep all his campaign promises and I think it's naive to expect him to.

As Hillary said in her concession speech, we need to approach Trump with an open mind and he has earned the chance to lead. I will give him a fair shot and I know he will make mistakes, every President does but I think he is capable of accomplishing far more good than bad.

However, my optimism is cautious. If he abuses his power at the expense of the rights and freedoms we all hold sacred (first amendment, freedom of the press), he will need to be held accountable and the people that have supported him from the beginning will need to be there to keep him in check.

Moreover, what's unique about Trump is he really doesn't have a proven ideology. We still don't know who he really is or what he would be as the leader of the free world. This was my largest concern with him and why I couldn't vote for him. Ironically, this could prove to be his greatest strength because he can play on all sides, liberal and conservative, and work towards governing in the best interests of America. I hope he makes the most of his responsibility.

I wanted to get this in before the Election Board is taken down and I have to remain suspended from the political talk board.

Peace out.

Hugo